Calvary Definition

kălvə-rē, kălvrē
calvaries
noun
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An outdoor representation of the crucifixion of Jesus.
Webster's New World
A great ordeal.
American Heritage
Any experience involving intense pain or anguish.
Webster's New World
The place near Jerusalem where the crucifixion of Jesus took place: Luke 23:33, Matt. 27:33
Webster's New World
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pronoun

The hill outside Jerusalem which is traditionally held to be the location of the crucifixion of Jesus.

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Singular:
Calvary
Plural:
calvaries

Origin of Calvary

  • French calvaire from Calvaire , Calvary (hill) Sense 2, from Calvary

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

  • From Latin calvāria (“skull”)

    From Wiktionary

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